As a female Grab driver, I get a lot of tips from my passengers. It has nothing to do with my driving skills, rather, it has everything to do with the fact that I’m young, pretty and attractive.
You see, I’m one of the few female grab drivers out there and the difference between me and the other female Grab drivers is that most of them are ‘older’ while I am still young, in my early 30s and also still good looking.
I’m sure many people have heard of the stereotype that female drivers are not as good as their male counterparts.
In the past, even I had the same belief. I was a bit hesitant to become a Grab driver myself, thinking that I wouldn’t be able to measure up. But I decided to give it a try, and it turns out that I’m actually quite a good driver!
I get tipped very frequently
I get a lot of tips from my passengers. Why? It is probably because they find it refreshing to see a pretty female Grab driver, which is a rarity.
It’s a pleasant surprise for them because every time someone books Grab, they would be expecting a male or even if it is female, it would be some aunty.
I also find that my Grab passengers tend to be more understanding and tolerant when it comes to traffic problems.
I heard of other Grab drivers complaining before that they get into arguments with their passengers sometimes because of which route to take etc but this has never happened to me, even if I accidentally took a wrong turn which prolonged the journey.
I’m not sure if it’s because I’m a woman or because I’m pretty and attractive, but I like to think it’s the former.
There’s no denying that I’m a minority in the profession but it does not matter as who can complain about getting extra tips?
Driving Grab as a female is not always a bed of roses
Of course, being a female Grab driver doesn’t just have its perks. I’m often subjected to catcalling and other uncomfortable comments, which can make the job unpleasant at times.
However, I’m grateful that most of my Grab passengers are respectful and understanding.
Whatever it is, I am not complaining about my job as a Grab driver and the frequent tipping that I get due to the reason that I am pretty.